Chirudih - Nawadih, Bokaro
Chirudih is a village situated in the Nawadih subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawadih and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Chirudih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirudih is 362244. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.45 hectares and falls under the 829144 pincode.
Chirudih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dumri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirudih
As per Census 2011, Chirudih village has a total population of 4,182 people, consisting of 2,197 males and 1,985 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 554 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,524 literate and 1,658 illiterate residents. Additionally, 893 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirudih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,182 | 2,197 | 1,985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 554 | 302 | 252 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 482 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,524 | 1,528 | 996 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 669 | 989 |
Nearby Villages of Chirudih
Chirudih is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kimbu Jharia | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Katghara | South-West | 1.96 km |
| Junodih | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Chepro | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Dhawatanr | East | 3.25 km |
| Koklodih | North | 3.31 km |
| Birni | South | 3.33 km |
| Bhalmara | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Taratanr | West | 3.73 km |
| Bodro | North-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirudih
Chirudih is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bholldih, while the nearest airport is Bokaro Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Chirudih is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirudih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirudih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chirudih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirudih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chirudih
Where is Chirudih located?
Chirudih village is located in Nawadih Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirudih?
Chirudih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirudih?
The pincode of Chirudih is 829144.
What is the population of Chirudih?
Chirudih has a total population of 4,182, including 2,197 males and 1,985 females.
How many households are there in Chirudih?
There are 718 households in Chirudih.
What is the literacy rate in Chirudih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirudih is 60.35%. Male literacy is 69.55% and female literacy is 50.18%.